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Lecturer(s)
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Čechová Závadská Miroslava, Dr.
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Course content
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1. Introduction to Energy Management (The significance and role of energy management in the modern world) 2. Forms and Transformation of Energy (Basic types of energy and their applications) 3. Primary and Secondary Energy Sources (Renewable and non-renewable sources, their specifics) 4. Energy Production Management (Processes and technologies of energy production) 5. Economics of Investments in Energy Sources (Cost analysis and return on investment) 6. Energy Consumption Efficiency and Optimization (Proposals and evaluation of energy-saving measures) 7. Investments in Energy Storage (Overview of energy storage systems and their applications) 8. Intelligent Energy Systems and Their Management (Modern approaches to managing energy networks, e.g., SMART GRID) 9. Energy Policy and Regulatory Framework (Legal and strategic aspects of energy management in the Czech Republic and the EU) 10. Energy Systems in Buildings (Technological equipment of buildings from the energy perspective) 11. Analysis of Building Energy Performance (Methods for evaluating the energy efficiency of buildings) 12. Practical Application of Energy Auditing (Development of audits and their importance in practice)
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Learning activities and teaching methods
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Lecture, Dialogic Lecture (Discussion, Dialog, Brainstorming), Work with Text (with Book, Textbook), Group work
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Learning outcomes
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The course provides students with a comprehensive overview of energy management, integrating knowledge from electrical engineering, economics, management, ecology, legislation, construction, and environmental technologies. The objective is to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective management of energy processes in businesses and institutions. The course emphasizes practical aspects of energy management, such as energy savings analysis, planning investments in energy measures, and conducting energy audits, while ensuring compliance with the legislation of the Czech Republic and the European Union. Students will explore modern trends in energy, including renewable energy sources, energy storage technologies, SMART GRID systems, and risk prevention related to power outages (blackouts). Emphasis is placed on practical skills, enabling graduates to contribute to sustainable and strategic energy management.
Student eligibility includes the ability to actively participate in seminars and complete continuous assignments during the semester. Students should possess analytical and critical thinking skills, the capability to independently develop term papers, and effectively present them. Additionally, a basic understanding of the course topic and the ability to apply acquired knowledge in written and oral exams are required. Emphasis is placed on a responsible approach to assigned tasks and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
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Prerequisites
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unspecified
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Assessment methods and criteria
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Oral exam, Student performance, Written exam
The requirements for students include several key activities. Credit will be awarded based on the completion and presentation of a term paper, which students will prepare and present during a seminar, as well as the completion of continuous assignments given throughout the semester. Attendance at seminars is mandatory (at least 70%). Final course evaluation includes a written exam, which consists primarily of theoretical questions. In case of borderline results, students may take an oral exam to supplement and verify their knowledge.
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Recommended literature
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Brown, M. A., & Sovacool, B. K. (2019). Energy and American Society: Thirteen Myths. Springer..
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Capehart, B. L., Turner, W. C., & Kennedy, W. J. (2020). Guide to Energy Management (8th Edition). CRC Press..
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Hájek, M., & Horák, J. (2019). Energetický management a obnovitelné zdroje energie. Brno: Vutium..
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Chytil, J. (2018). Základy energetického auditu a certifikace budov. Praha: Grada..
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Janda, K., & Skokanová, K. (2020). Energetická efektivita a udržitelnost: Ekonomické a environmentální přístupy. Praha: Academia..
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Kopecký, J., & Macháček, J. (2018). Energetické systémy budov: Technologie a legislativa. Ostrava: VŠB-TUO..
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Kubíček, M. (2017). Energetický management a úspory energie. Praha: Grada..
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Kučera, P. (2021). Moderní technologie v oblasti energetických úspor. Brno: Akademické nakladatelství CERM..
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Nezval, P. a kol. (2021. Obnovitelné zdroje energie a jejich využití v ČR. Brno: CERM..
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Novák, J., & Vávra, T. (2019). Energetická politika a legislativa v EU. Ostrava: VŠB-TUO..
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Šafařík, D. (2022). Ekonomické aspekty udržitelného rozvoje v energetice. Olomouc: UP.
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Tomek, G. (2020). Facility management v energetice. Praha: ČVUT Press..
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Twidell, J., & Weir, T. (2021). Renewable Energy Resources (4th Edition). Routledge.
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